1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant Level 2

Beckbury Church of England Primary School and Nursery, Shifnal, Shropshire, TF11 9DQ

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  21 October 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  7 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £14.14 - £14.14 Hourly NJC Grade 5

1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant Level 2 job summary

Shropshire Church of England Academies Trust is pleased to invite applications for the post of 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant. The successful candidate will join our team of Teaching Assistants.

Fixed Term (to 31/08/2027 in the first instance)

30.42 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 8.45am - 3.20pm)

NJC Grade 5

We are seeking a caring, resilient and committed SEND Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting the pupil's social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, enabling them to access learning, develop positive relationships and thrive within the school environment. This is a rewarding opportunity for an individual who can build strong, trusting relationships, work collaboratively with staff and families, and demonstrate patience, consistency and flexibility in meeting the needs of the child. Experience of supporting children with SEMH needs and/or additional needs would be desirable, although training and support will be provided for the right candidate. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, nurturing and committed to making a positive difference to a child's educational journey. You should also have a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent qualification.

We can offer you:

• many opportunities for high quality CPD
• a strong forward thinking leadership team
• highly motivated staff and supportive governors

For further information, or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Mrs Marie Biddle-Grant , School Administrator - Tel.: 01952 750287 Email: admin@beckburyschool.org.uk.

Shropshire Church of England Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all those working at the Trust or within its schools to share this commitment.

The Trust is required under law and guidance to check the criminal background of all employees. Decisions to appoint will be subject to consideration of an Enhanced Disclosure, including a Barred List check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).

The successful applicant will be required to complete a confidential medical questionnaire. The Trust may carry out an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. This may help identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online, which we may wish to explore with you at interview.

Shropshire Church of England Academies Trust is committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring check.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Beckbury Church of England Primary School and Nursery

• Organisation type: Academy, Church of England, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 51 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Beckbury Church of England Primary School and Nursery website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/beckbury-church-of-england-primary-school-and-nursery

Beckbury CE Primary School is a small, rural primary school which is part of Shropshire Church of England Academies Trust, a thriving trust formed of eight Church of England primary schools. There are 51 pupils on roll at the school. Beckbury School was judged 'Good' in its last Ofsted inspection, noted for its strong curriculum, well-developed maths and reading skills, effective SEND support, good pupil behaviour, and positive parent feedback.

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